Tag: fashion

Fitted jeans with a distinct flare at the bottom, create the illusion of a longer leg and can be used with a waist length top. Remember to have the hem of the pants hit the top of the heels that you’re rocking that day!

2. More Maxi Skirts Please!

A well-cut maxi skirt can give the appearance of looking taller. Choose a solid version that skims the length of your body to create a long vertical line. ( keep your top fitted, of course) Have the hemline go as long as you can go, without tripping, and have wedges or heels underneath.

3. Low Cut Vamp

Vamp is the portion of the shoe that cuts across your foot at the front or the base of the toes. Instantly elongate your legs with a low cut vamp, and for the mile-long legs, find a pair of flesh-toned heels.

4. Wear V-Neck Blouses…

Tops with plunging v-necks give the illusion of a longer, leaner torso. so keep this in mind when shopping for this season’s tops…

5. Wear all one color…

This is a trick for all body types to look chic and give a long vertical illusion. When dressing monochromatically, your outfit has one uninterrupted line from head to toe that elongates your silhouette, making you appear slimmer and taller than you actually are.

Have fun and try out these tips when shopping with us girls at Vintage Vogue! See you soon!

For some of us shopping with our mother is a pleasant experience filled with cherished mother-daughter moments. For others though, the experience can be closest compared to a painful bikini wax with irritation that lingers for days.

With vacation days upon us, these shopping trips may become more frequent so below we have provided you with a brief survival guide to cope with mother-daughter shopping season. Happy shopping!

Mother-Daughter Shopping Survival Guide

1. Bring a shopping list. If you are out shopping with the purpose of buying items you need, take a list. Share the items on the list with your mom to speed up the pointless looking around that may occur to either of you. This will save time and frustration for both of you ladies.

2. Be firm, but pleasant. If you are NOT out shopping with the purpose of buying items you need, set a budget. Some wonderful lovingmoms think you look beautiful in everything and somehow make you feel certain purchases are justified when deep down you know the item will most likely hang in your closet until you just decide to consign it at Vintage Vogue. A budget will allow you to keep firm but pleasant because the fact that you didn’t purchase the mom-approved item will be all because of a budget and not that it just wasn’t your taste.

3. Humor one another and try on items recommended by your mother, even if you know there isn’t enough money in the world they could pay you to wear it. Your mother dressed you for however many years (stop holding it against her!) and still feels she knows what looks good on you and sometimes mother does know best. OR you both might just get a good laugh and your mom will get to know your taste even more. A win-win!

4. Savor the moment. We never know what tomorrow will bring, so if you are blessed enough to have a mother with whom to shop..enjoy it! Find out what tends to frustrate you about the experience and prepare what you might do or say to avoid any unpleasant situations. If you find yourself getting impatient, separate yourself if only for a few moments.

Always remember, compromising and patience usually produces a pleasant experience!

The Derby itself, I can’t say has or will ever interest me much, but the sheer femininity of the fashion sported at this occasion is too much not to blog about! It’s all so Southern Belle and very refreshing! Maybe not as everyday fashion of course, but it’s fun to play dress up every now and again and pretend you’re off to meet Mr. Rehtt Butler. Am I right ladies?

Some may choose to have a Kentucky Derby themed party or simply decide to dress up for any special occasion. At any rate the hat is definitely key. Stated directly on the official site are some interesting pointers to achieve a flawless look.

Dress or Hat – Which Comes First?

You can exhale – there are two answers here!

Some will say that you absolutely get the outfit first. Then you design your hat to go with the outfit. (The argument here is that it’s easier to custom design a hat than to “make” an outfit to go with a hat!)

Then there are those who say that you must definitely purchase, create or design your hat before picking out the outfit.

Most often in this case, matching the dress (or outfit) to your hat involves personal preference, however keep a few things in mind in getting dressed:

* If your hat is having a pattern party, keep the dress design simple. * If the hat is simple and elegant, keep the outfit simple also for a classy look. * If you want a funky outfit, keep it consistent and accent the hat most of all! * If you have long hair, showcase a ponytail slightly to side or keep it down to one side to highlight the color on your face.

Now we did say this was Kentucky Derby on a Texan dime so to keep the outfit under a certain budget you may want to visit your local consignment store to find a hat. It doesn’t need to be flashy because you can always create an elegant hat using materials from around the house and garden. Not to mention make a visit to your local craft shop for your decorating needs. This will create a buzz with your friends and family, perhaps even win a contest at your local party.

Remember to wear fresh Spring colors and you will be the belle of the ball!

America has caught a little bit of Downton Abbey fever and Vintage Vogue is no exception. We love the show and why wouldn’t we? It takes us to an entirely different era when things were, not necessarily simpler, but just classier all around- including the fabulous attire.

I know I’ve often said to myself while watching the show, “Wow! I love what she’s wearing!” and perhaps you have felt the same way. But then again, that does not mean I’m going to be wearing beautiful evening gowns to dinner in my 2,500 square foot home. We live in different times and with different incomes but that doesn’t mean our fashion can not be influenced by such gorgeous attire in our day-to-day living.

Take for example the 20’s inspired blouse with these jeans. It’s definitely a fun way to incorporate a little “Downton” while out shopping on a Saturday or the next photo definitely makes a statement without being over the top. Trend spotters have been noticing how designers have let themselves be influenced by the craze and have now been incorporating vintage elements in their collections.

A great way to Downton-ize your wardrobe is to use vintage jewelry and brooches and consignment and antique shops are a perfect place to look. You can never go wrong with pearls and gold touches! Have you found an easy way to add vintage to your look? Share with a comment below…

Let’s start off 2013 saving smart and let’s make a resolution to not make unresearched purchases because there is truly a time for everything under the sun as the wise King Solomon once said (including making certain purchases) .

Treading away from fashion and consignment for one day, let’s focus our attention to another love of ours and that is showing off our frugalness with great steals at retail locations. We all know what wonderful year round deals you can find at great consignment stores like Vintage Vogue but here’s a great list from Yahoo’s Financially Fit blog that I wanted to share with you.

The BEST things to buy during January

Electronics

The International Consumer Electronics show, the world’s largest consumer technology trade show, falls in January. Here, manufacturers introduce their newest products from flat screen TVs to mobile phones and cameras. With new tech products soon to flood the marketplace, retailers will discount older models and place them on super clearance in January, especially if holiday sales were disappointing. “You’ll find many high-end models at lower prices than you saw even on Black Friday,” notes Dan de Grandpre, Editor-in-Chief of DealNews.com. TVs, specifically, often see attractive pricing this month, as the Super Bowl draws near. “In January, electronics retailers tend to focus on the Super Bowl buyer. That means that high-end TVs – larger screens, with features like 3D – go on sale,” says de Grandpre.

Recreational Vehicles

If you’re in the market for an alternative ride like a motorcycle, boat or even a convertible, January is a good month to drive a bargain, as showrooms experience a huge slump this time of year. Salespeople are more likely willing to bargain. Check in with your local dealerships and ask about special offers.

Outdoor Gear

Except for items specializing in winter sports, camping and outdoor stores often see a drop in sales during the cold winter months, according to historical sales data collected by DealNews.com. This means you’ll find low prices on things like tents, backpacks, and fishing gear.

Bedding and Linens

January is also a great time to find deeply discounted bedding and linens, as some stores simply try to keep up with tradition. “White Sales” began in 1878 by Philadelphia department store owner John Wannamaker, who wanted to keep linen makers afloat during the slow, winter months.

Home Improvement Supplies

Also on sale during the off-season are materials and services related to home improvement projects like carpet installation, paint, and new flooring. Flooring, in particular, goes on sale this month because, following the flurry of pre-holiday installations and before the big tax rebate-buying season. “It’s true that contractors have a ton of extra time on their hands this month and could be looking to discount their materials or services,” says de Grandpre. “Start getting quotes now.”

Existing Homes

Speaking of home improvement, January is also a savvy time to shop for a new home. According to the National Association of Realtors, January is one of the slowest months of the year for existing home sales, with more families buying homes in the late spring and summer, closer to the start of the new school year. Cold weather discourages pounding the pavement so with fewer buyers on the market, you have eager sellers and far fewer bidding wars.

While watching a “What Not to Wear” re-run the other day, I heard them say such a perfectly useful acronym and decided it was too good not to share.

The acronym is fairly simple and obvious but it’s such a good thing to keep in mind while shopping for clothing, especially while shopping by yourself when you don’t have access to a second opinion or the second opinion you do have around is not exactly trustworthy!

B: Body appropriate Does this item really flatter your body type? Think back to similar items you’ve purchased in the past, did it photograph well? Also, use the mirrors that allow you to see the back of you as well as the front and make sure you can sit and breathe comfortably in.

A: Age appropriate There’s no need to obsess over this one even though most of us do. It’s really a matter of comfort. Do you feel comfortable sporting this potential trend? If you do, it’s most likely age appropriate and when in doubt, do without!

S: Situation appropriate Pretty self-explanatory, right? 🙂

E: Expense appropriate CPW (cost per wear) When making a decision, take into consideration the wear you will receive from the item AND what you currently have in your closet that you can coordinate with the new piece. For example, don’t be afraid to bite the bullet with your basic black skirt that you know you’ll wear until the threads fall apart, but think twice before buying anything that’s too expensive and flashy that will be very noticeable if worn frequently.

There you have it folks, B.A.S.E- a truly useful shopping tool! Put it into practice during your next shopping expedition and comment your experience below…

While I was out shopping this past weekend I fell in love with a hunter green Marc Jacobs leather purse. Hunter green? Yes, it’s a little unexpected but it was absolutely perfect!

Unfortunately, the beautiful purse was not on the shopping list but as I continued shopping, I noticed this hue was all over the place. It’s like when you buy a certain car and all of a sudden you start seeing just how many cars like that are on the road. I realized this was one hott trend for any wardrobe.

Hunter green is bold enough to be the predominant color in fun evening wear but also subdued enough to just add a sophisticated splash of color to any run of the mill outfit. So I am professing here and now my love for hunter green and hope this collage I put together helps others give green a chance.